Research shows that unsupported caregivers are at higher risk of distress, anger, depression, and even physical illness compared to those who get enough support. Having some time to yourself is SO important. That’s why, this June and July, Jeffery Hale Community Partners are offering free art therapy sessions to caregivers in a very innovative pilot …
Highlights from the Wellness Centre’ s Art Therapy Pilot Project Read More »
The Community Health Education Program (CHEP) offers a wealth of health promotion, disease prevention information at a distance in English. These free video-conference sessions are recorded and made into educational DVD’s that can then be viewed by community members and groups. Past sessions have focused on a variety of topics many of which are …
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Caring Circle Café Thursday: December 8, 2016 @1 pm Deck the Halls Holiday Get Together Partake in a caregiver’s holiday celebration and bid a fond farewell to our retiring Creative Expressions coordinator, Gail Quinn. The party will take place in the community art room on the second floor of the Jeffery Hale pavilion – 1270 chemin …
Download our Roadmap to Your Caregiving Journey or request your paper copy of the only guide created especially for English-speaking caregivers who are living in the Greater Quebec City region by calling our community organizer, Jan Anderson at 418 684-5333 ext. 1539. Paper copies of this guide are available at every Wellness Centre activity for caregivers. A French version …
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Summer’s here and we’re finally enjoying some heat! If you’re looking for a place to cool off with the kiddies check out the ville de Québec’s list of Piscines et pataugeoires extérieures. There is certainly no shortage of splash pads, pools and even beaches around town! Remember the sun screen, be sure to stay well hydrated and …
If your son or daughter is heading off to kindergarten this fall you may want to ensure s/he is getting enough sleep to enjoy learning and the whole school experience. Participaction and the Public Health Agency of Canada have just released 24 Hour Movement Guidelines for Children 5 to 13 years of age. For the …
The Institute of Nutrition and Functional Foods in partnership with Université Laval is seeking women who experienced gestational diabetes in pregnancies occurring between 2004 and 2013 for a study that will examine the impact on mother and child. Interviews will be held with both mom and children 3 to 12 years of age en français …
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Ladies, Every mom needs time out from parental responsibilities now and then. It’s perfectly normal. Admit it – you’re dying to make some new women friends who are in the same life stage and who speak English! Community Partners has been helping to organise Moms’ Nite-Out (MNO) activities for a number of years now. These …
Baby Chat Café offers a special oasis that allows parents of babies up to one year of age to get together to chat about a variety of parenting issues. Come exchange information and make some new friends. Parents-to-be are also welcome to attend. Enjoy each other’s company, free parking and snacks. Our scale is available for …
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